I use an app called ' email ' and it's very impressive...esp after outlook!
[doublepost=1495036753][/doublepost]S8: Snapdragon Vs Exynos
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I use an app called ' email ' and it's very impressive...esp after outlook!
[doublepost=1495036753][/doublepost]S8: Snapdragon Vs Exynos
Ahhh yep. Looks like mine expires tomorrow. Not worth it and going back to stock. Too bad. Nine was the only 3rd party app that correctly synced my contacts and calendar.
I prefer Nine. I paid the $10 several years ago. IMO, worth it, but I'm sure there are free versions just as good.
Is it possible to edit sync setting? I prefer to sync hourly over push notifications.
I'd really like to see LG be a stronger player because I think if anyone can do it they can. The G6 shows they are starting to get it.
Have there been any battery life tests between the Exynos and Snapdragon? This is one area where the Exynos excelled in years past.
Phone arena did some testing and found that it comes out on top over the S7E. It also beat the Pixel XL and Oneplus 3T. Of course people need to do there own testing to be sure.
It's not just the SoC being more efficient that can save battery. Displaymate.com have noted that the panel is not only better but also more energy efficient. The software is no doubt better optimised and that can also mean battery savings. Anyway, in the tests in ran for 8 hours which isn't bad. Add fast charging and it's fine for most people.
Next time I do hope they increase capacity, I don't want slimmer phones, I would prefer a larger battery. We never seem to benefit from improved power efficiency, it's always more of the same. They have supposedly improved the battery tech in the S8, it should hold charge better over time. We might only lose 5% over a year instead of 20%. That is better in the long run.
It's not just the SoC being more efficient that can save battery. Displaymate.com have noted that the panel is not only better but also more energy efficient. The software is no doubt better optimised and that can also mean battery savings. Anyway, in the tests in ran for 8 hours which isn't bad. Add fast charging and it's fine for most people.
Next time I do hope they increase capacity, I don't want slimmer phones, I would prefer a larger battery. We never seem to benefit from improved power efficiency, it's always more of the same. They have supposedly improved the battery tech in the S8, it should hold charge better over time. We might only lose 5% over a year instead of 20%. That is better in the long run.
Quick thought after a day.
Pros
Screen is gorgeous, put my own wallpaper and it looks great, best screen out. The build is fantastic, feels solid.
And Bluetooth finally remembers sound volume for each device (example, my car stereo I have volume all the way up, but with my AirPods I use it at half volume. In the past it wouldn't remember for each device, so I would turn it up in the car, but then would have to turn back down for my headphones and if I didn't I would get full blast in my ears. Now it works like the iPhone, it remembers for each device.)
Cons
The fingerprint sensor placement, the way the pressure sensitive home button works, I might have to disable it because my phone is constantly unlocking because of it. I hate the Bixby button, I'm constantly pressing it when I mean to press the volume down button.
Pros
Screen is gorgeous, put my own wallpaper and it looks great, best screen out. The build is fantastic, feels solid.
And Bluetooth finally remembers sound volume for each device (example, my car stereo I have volume all the way up, but with my AirPods I use it at half volume. In the past it wouldn't remember for each device, so I would turn it up in the car, but then would have to turn back down for my headphones and if I didn't I would get full blast in my ears. Now it works like the iPhone, it remembers for each device.)
Cons
The fingerprint sensor placement, the way the pressure sensitive home button works, I might have to disable it because my phone is constantly unlocking because of it. I hate the Bixby button, I'm constantly pressing it when I mean to press the volume down button.
I love Nine. I totally forked over the money to pay it when I was using Android.
Since I've been using my iPhone 7 Plus as my main phone now, I've stuck with Outlook. Apple's built in mail app sucks. How's Android's version of MS Outlook these days? Has it gotten a lot better?
Quick thought after a day.
Pros
Screen is gorgeous, put my own wallpaper and it looks great, best screen out. The build is fantastic, feels solid.
And Bluetooth finally remembers sound volume for each device (example, my car stereo I have volume all the way up, but with my AirPods I use it at half volume. In the past it wouldn't remember for each device, so I would turn it up in the car, but then would have to turn back down for my headphones and if I didn't I would get full blast in my ears. Now it works like the iPhone, it remembers for each device.)
Cons
The fingerprint sensor placement, the way the pressure sensitive home button works, I might have to disable it because my phone is constantly unlocking because of it. I hate the Bixby button, I'm constantly pressing it when I mean to press the volume down button.
Are there any disadvantages of using the AirPods with the S8+ (or any android device for that matter) outside of the cloud syncing ability when pairing with an iOS device?
I believe the auto pause when you take them out of your ears doesn't work. I'm so hoping that Samsung releases an AirPod clone.
They work just like regular Bluetooth headphones with android. I don't use any of the gestures with my apple devices anyway, so the only difference I notice is the connection isn't quite as strong, it's not bad and about the same I had with my jaybirds, but with my iPhone the connection is super strong with a very long range.
What app are you wondering about? All can be forced to full screen, it's just a matter of if any content gets cut off
They already have, and they are awesome, I loved mine, but the battery life was horrible and didn't fit my use. But if you only use you headphone for an hour at a time, I highly recommend them.
Quick thought after a day.
Pros
Screen is gorgeous, put my own wallpaper and it looks great, best screen out. The build is fantastic, feels solid.
And Bluetooth finally remembers sound volume for each device (example, my car stereo I have volume all the way up, but with my AirPods I use it at half volume. In the past it wouldn't remember for each device, so I would turn it up in the car, but then would have to turn back down for my headphones and if I didn't I would get full blast in my ears. Now it works like the iPhone, it remembers for each device.)
Cons
The fingerprint sensor placement, the way the pressure sensitive home button works, I might have to disable it because my phone is constantly unlocking because of it. I hate the Bixby button, I'm constantly pressing it when I mean to press the volume down button.
I think you will get use to the FPS, I feel its blown out of proportion about the placement and after a few days it will feel completely normal, at least it did for me because holding the phone my hand naturally rests in that area so I didn't see it being a problem like everyone else did.
I have had one of these for about a week, its the best phone I have had, I sold my Pixel XL. Love the screen and iris unlock. Previously, when buying Samsung phones I have installed Launchers, I don't find the need on this device. I'm dead chuffed.